Graham scores as Stoke beat Derby in play-off push
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 05:31 · Archive
Luke Graham scored his first goal for Stoke City as they beat Derby County away from home. The 22-year-old left-footed defender, who joined from Dundee in the summer, headed in what proved to be the winner.
Graham has made rapid progress since arriving at Stoke. He has become a regular in the side, won his first Scotland cap and visibly improved his physical condition and adaptation to English football. Standing 6ft 4ins tall, he has been particularly effective in the air and put in strong defensive performances, including blocks and clearances against Derby's direct approach play.
Manager Mark Robins praised Graham after the match, saying: 'Luke is a young player who has got loads and loads of potential. To get his first goal will be brilliant for him because it gives him belief.' Robins also noted that Graham 'was on the end of everything good in terms of when the ball came in' and 'dealt with the majority of danger whether it was on the ground or in the air'.
The victory continues Stoke's strong recent form, giving them 19 points from their past eight games. Twelve different players have scored in their past eight league games, with the team having scored in all 13 games in league and cup so far this season—their longest such run since 2001.
How it is being reported
- Stoke City summer signing with 'loads and loads of potential' and the unseen work that will bear fruitThere are high hopes for Luke Graham at Stoke CityStokeonTrentLive · 20 Oct, 05:00
- Graham and Stoke pass more tests with win at DerbyBBC Radio Stoke's Mark Elliott says Luke Graham and Stoke City continue to improve after picking up another win at Derby.BBC Stoke And Staffordshire · 19 Oct, 09:02
In this story: Luke Graham · Stoke City · Derby County · Mark Robins · Scotland · Dundee
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